Health Education Specialists Salary in Eastern and Southern Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern and Southern Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $56,080 -11% vs national
Median hourly $26.96
10th percentile $41,240
90th percentile $86,530
Employed locally 30
National median $63,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,240
    25th
    $41,710
    50th (median)
    $56,080
    75th
    $63,230
    90th
    $86,530

    Top-paying metros for Health Education Specialists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $121,890
    District of Columbia $110,620
    Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA $109,260
    Maryland $101,090
    Georgia $97,010
    Trenton-Princeton, NJ $88,370

    Related occupations in Eastern and Southern Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$60,760
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$52,820
    Social and Human Service Assistants$43,680
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$54,600
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other$47,020
    Social Workers, All Other$59,580

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Health Education Specialists make per hour in Eastern and Southern Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Health Education Specialists in Eastern and Southern Colorado is $26.96, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.60 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern and Southern Colorado above or below average for Health Education Specialists salaries?

    The median Health Education Specialists salary in Eastern and Southern Colorado is 11% below the national median of $63,000. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Health Education Specialists in Eastern and Southern Colorado?

    Entry-level Health Education Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $41,240 per year in Eastern and Southern Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,710.